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26991 Drainage of pelvis bursa

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: hip bursa drainage, bursal drainage hip, incision and drainage bursa

Surgical incision and drainage of bursa in the hip or pelvic region with appropriate decompression of the bursal sac.

Clinical Context

Indicated for infected or inflamed bursae in the hip region including ischiogluteal or trochanteric bursa inflammation requiring drainage.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU6.88
Practice Expense RVU14.01
Malpractice RVU1.41
Total RVU22.30

Est. Medicare Payment

$744.82

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryGeneral Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.